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Hello Missoula! Here's our latest buzz. Let's get into it. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • How a new grant could bring 24-7 crisis response to Missoula
  • Could part of Missoula County really break away as County 57?
  • How Missoula's crime lab really works behind the TV drama myths.

Also on today's calendar: Energy Healing Conference Missoula and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: Riddle: David's parents have three sons: Snap, Crackle, and what's the name of the third son? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Saturday: Partly sunny and cooler, with a high of 62 and low of 34 degrees.
  • Sunday: Cloudy, temps: high: 62, low: 39.
  • Monday: Mostly sunny, with a high of 69 and low of 38 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Missoula mental health crisis response team may operate 24 hours per day with new grant (billingsgazette.com) — Missoula's Mobile Support Team could soon respond to mental health crises around the clock, thanks to a new four-year grant secured by the Missoula Fire Department. If city leaders can build a sustainable funding model, residents may see 24/7 alternatives to traditional law enforcement responses, with clinicians and first responders teaming up at shelters and other high‑need locations.
   

2. Secession effort to form County No. 57 from Missoula County picking up speed (kpax.com) — Residents in the rural northeast corner of Missoula County are organizing to secede and form a new County No. 57, arguing a smaller government would better reflect their needs. Organizers are meeting with Missoula County officials, planning fundraising and signage, and say the change could create local jobs while reshaping how services are delivered to their communities.
   

3. Montana State Crime Lab highlights forensic science during national recognition week (nbcmontana.com) — Missoula's state crime lab is marking National Forensic Science Week by showcasing how its DNA, toxicology, firearms, and fingerprint testing supports criminal investigations across Montana. Staff describe handling thousands of cases a year, continually updating technology, and how their careful, methodical work differs from fast-paced TV crime dramas.
   

4. What Those Painted Squares on Montana Barns Really Mean (bigstack1039.com) — Missoula's growing barn quilt trail is turning old barns and sheds into colorful landmarks while encouraging owners to preserve historic buildings in Target Range and Orchard Homes. Local volunteers with Threads of Montana History paint quilt patterns that tell family and community stories, adding Missoula stops to a wider Montana and national quilt trail movement.
   

5. Griz commit Eli Kasberg throws for four TDs, runs for two in Missoula Big Sky win over Flathead (406mtsports.com) — Missoula football fans just watched Big Sky senior and Griz commit Eli Kasberg light up Flathead at Missoula County Stadium, accounting for six touchdowns in a standout performance. Photos capture key plays, big defensive stops, and celebrations with the student section, offering a snapshot of a lively Friday night under the lights for local families and students.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Bears, bears and BEARS!
    Looking for a bedtime snack. They seem to be more prevalent this year, so unless you want them in your yard, clean up your apples, and make sure… (Nextdoor Farviews / Pattee Canyon)
  • Cadence kitty got out late last night (Thursday 9/23) and hasn't come back yet.
    Please be on the lookout in the rose park area immediately surrounding the 600 block of Plymouth st, Blaine, Mount + Park, etc. He's an old boy and… (Nextdoor Grizzly Acres)
  • City of Missoula Montana posted a job opening for Water Operator (Distribution) in Missoula. Apply here.
  • Boot Barn posted a job opening for Inventory Control Associate (Seasonal) in Missoula. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Missoula here.

Ok Missoula! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: David (Thank you Thomas F. for sending it in!)
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